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PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Kazemaru-Nojo - Planting Apple Seeds of Change - Kokoro Care Packages
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April 02, 2020
PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Kazemaru-Nojo - Planting Apple Seeds of Change

Mr. Saiki Kimura, who was not initially excited...

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Noodles
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March 30, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Noodles

Noodles have a rich history in Japan and...

Seating Arrangements for the Perfect Dining Etiquette in Japan
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March 30, 2020
Seating Arrangements for the Perfect Dining Etiquette in Japan

From formal meals to traditional tea ceremonies, it...

Japanese Etiquette for Eating Noodles
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March 30, 2020
Japanese Etiquette for Eating Noodles

Japanese culture has a rich and long traditional...

Etiquette rules on how to eat sushi, ramen and other Japanese food in Japan
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March 30, 2020
Food Etiquette in Japan: How to Properly Enjoy Sushi, Ramen and Bento

Food and etiquette are an important part of Japanese culture...

Japanese soy sauce
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March 29, 2020
Soy Sauce vs Shoyu vs Tamari: Know the Difference?

Soy sauce is Japan's most popular sauce, adding...

Chopsticks Etiquette for Perfect Japanese Table Manners
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March 24, 2020
Chopsticks Etiquette for Perfect Japanese Table Manners

Whether you are planing a trip to Japan...

5 Cherry Blossom Foods to Try in Japan
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March 11, 2020
Sakura Season is Almost Here: 5 Cherry Blossom Foods to Try in Japan

The most beautiful time of the year is...

PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Ichikara Farms - Rebuilding Snow Country with Soba
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March 09, 2020
PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Ichikara Farms - Rebuilding Snow Country with Soba

The story of Ichikara Farms is one of...

PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Toyokuniya - Phantom Soybeans
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March 08, 2020
PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Toyokuniya - Family-Farmed "Phantom" Soybeans

Toyokuniya, located in Sagamihara City in Kanagawa Prefecture,...

Seaweed: Japan's Underwater Superfood
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February 06, 2020
Seaweed: Japan's Underwater Superfood

Seaweed has long been a staple food in...

Shichimi: The Seven Spice Blend of Japan
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February 03, 2020
Shichimi: The Seven Spice Blend of Japan

Shichimi togarashi, or simply shichimi, means “seven-flavor chili...